Math does Count

This is a great overview of ratios, rates and unit rates. Included are guided notes that can be used with the power point. An extra sheet has been included that can be used as an exit ticket, homework, or for whole group work.

This is a great real life activity to help students understand the application of Unit Rate. Students can look at real products in different sizes and determine what the better purchase is. There are many ways to use this activity, but a favorite of mine is to print the pictures and laminate them. I then lay them out on a table and allow the kids to pick one at a time until they complete the number of items I want them to do. I usually require them to do at least 10, but you can increase or

This a tiered activity that includes solving real life application problems with percents. Students will calcualte tax, tip and coupons. There are 3 tiers of problems so it lends it self to differentation. Answer key is also included. This can be used as a problem solving mission, an entrance or exit ticket, quiz or a homework assigment.